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Maryland Responds State MRC

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The Maryland Responds MRC State Program is housed within the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) Office of Preparedness and Response (OP&R). The mission of the State Program is to develop and foster the statewide MRC Network to facilitate a coordinated approach to volunteer management in preparation for and when responding to public health emergencies. To achieve this mission, the State Program supports Maryland Responds Local Units by providing resources, guidance, and technical assistance to meet local needs, build capacity, and strengthen response capabilities. The following list outlines additional responsibilities of the State Program:

Maintain a statewide system of Maryland Responds Units to facilitate a coordinated approach to volunteer management for local, state, and federal emergency response in every county within Maryland.

Recruit volunteers through state-level organizations such as professional licensing boards, professional organizations, other state agencies, and large private organizations with regional or statewide memberships.